Functional Assessor

Reactive Recruitment NI; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in Belfast seeks a Functional Specialist to perform compassionate assessments helping individuals with health conditions. This role offers a basic salary between £38,500 and £39,500, OTE up to £43,450, and benefits such as a hybrid working model, performance bonuses, and career growth opportunities. Ideal candidates are qualified healthcare professionals with strong communication skills and a commitment to service.

Benefits

OTE up to £43,450

Performance bonus

Company laptop & phone

25 days holiday

Revalidation support

Qualifications

• Qualified Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, OT, Physio, Paramedic or Doctor.
• Registered with NMC/HCPC/GMC.
• 1+ year experience required.
• Strong communication and IT skills essential.
• A desire to learn and contribute to a meaningful mission.

Responsibilities

• Conduct holistic assessments (virtually and face-to-face).
• Produce up to 3 detailed clinical reports per day.
• Work in a hybrid pattern with occasional travel.
• Benefit from a structured day for CPD, breaks, and admin.

Skills

Typing

Communication (written and verbal)

Education

Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Paramedic, or Doctor

Job description

Overview

Advance your career and make a difference as a Functional Specialist!

Are you a qualified Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Paramedic or Doctor looking for a fulfilling, flexible role that puts your clinical skills to new use?

As a Functional Specialist, you'll carry out professional, compassionate assessments to help the DWP make informed decisions — supporting people with health conditions and disabilities across the UK.

What’s in it for you?

• OTE up to £43,450
• Basic salary: £38,500–£39,500
• £1000 sign-off bonus
• 10% performance bonus
• Salary rises on successful completion of training
• Hybrid working model — work from home with support
• 25 days holiday, rising to 27 with service (+ option to buy more)
• Company laptop & phone
• Paid revalidation and registration
• Wellbeing support, matched pension, discounts, and more
• Career growth opportunities in a respected organisation

The Role

• Conduct holistic assessments (virtually and face-to-face) to understand how individuals’ health conditions impact their daily lives.
• Produce up to 3 detailed clinical reports per day.
• Work in a hybrid pattern with occasional travel to your local centre.
• Benefit from a structured day, with built-in time for CPD, breaks, and admin.

What You Need

• Qualified Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, OT, Physio, Paramedic or Doctor
• Registered with NMC/HCPC/GMC
• 1+ year experience
• Strong communication and IT skills
• A desire to learn and contribute to a meaningful mission

Ready for your next step? Apply now!

• Ask for Rebecca | Between the hours of 9am – 5pm (Mon – Fri)

Skills

• Typing
• Communication (written and verbal)

Benefits

• Performance Bonus
• Annual leave
• Company laptop
• Holiday buy and sell
• Hybrid working
• Revalidation support
• Paid revalidation